message from the director of studies

MESSAGE FROM

THE DIRECTOR OF STUDIES

A year has passed by and I’m back again to share my

views and for that I appreciate the opportunity

given. Hello every one!

First and foremost, a big “thank you” to the teachers who

tirelessly guided, coached and motivated the students

who then worked hard to attain good results in PMR,

SPM and IGCSE for the year 2010. Their improved

achievements not only brought cheer to themselves but

their parents and staff as well. Their success was due to

the close cooperation, understanding and commitment

among students, parents and teachers. It is therefore my

earnest hope that all students especially those sitting for

the public examinations this year will learn from these

ex-Highlanders that only when you work hard and

cooperate with everyone, success will be yours.

Remember, “There are no gains without pains”.

I am sure you are aware that each and every one of you is

unique with your own experiences, backgrounds, beliefs,

ideas and potential. So, go ahead Explore, Enrich and

Excel. Uphold the motto of your school. Here in a safe

and familiar environment of a home away from home,

you are encouraged and motivated to search and look for

your strengths. In your quest to explore, make your life

here enriching and meaningful by engaging in a variety

of activities that have been lined up. Make it so beautiful

that you will always remember and cherish your school

life here. In the process of enriching your life, strive for

excellence. Push yourself to bring out only the best in

you which is easily attainable with the warm and loving

care and attention showered.

To become successful Highlanders and future leaders,

ample opportunities are here to help you develop your

potential which is the vision of our school, “We nurture

individuals to realize their potential”. With guidance

and motivation, you tap into your inner talents and

creativity. Everyone’s achievement, no matter how

small is appreciated and you are encouraged to grow your

potential. With much confidence and patience, there is no

doubt you will scale even greater heights of success in this

caring and family atmosphere.

No effort is spared to create and foster a stimulating

environment to accomplish the mission of your school

which is to have a balanced, all-round education in a

culture of quality, nurturance and teamwork. As

boarders, you learn to manage your own time, take care of

your personal needs and make independent decisions.

Hence, you grow in maturity. Not only academic

excellence is emphasized, ethical and moral values are

inculcated. It is here that networking begins and lasting

friendships are formed based on respect, loyalty, tolerance

and courtesy. You learn to live and work together

harmoniously. Thinking, planning, decisions and actions

are better when done as a team. Keep reminding yourself-

be the best among the best whatever you are. Give your

maximum effort and contribute positively to the progress

of this school and bring with it fame and glory.

Yes, Highlanders Boleh!. Wishing you happiness and good

health always.

SIOW KIN FOO

Sekolah Menengah Swasta Saleha Genting Highlands & Highlands International Boarding School

Co-Educational Private Boarding School (Established in 1999)

Volume 2 – April to June 2011

THEHIGHLANDERREVIEW

Published by SM (S) Saleha, Genting Highlands & Highlands International Boarding School

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©2011 SMSS & HIBS

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Being the third important event in line after the cross country

and swimming carnival, the 11th

School Sport comes into

place. It is divided into the standard sports, the final field and

track event.

The standard sport event was successfully held on the 28th

March. All students had to take part so as to score points for

their respective house. The final for the field events namely

5Om, 1OOm, long jump, high jump and shot putt were held

on the 29th

March.

The finals track events for the school sport took place on the

2nd

of April. Briefing and motivation took place before the

warming up session in the morning after the Patriotic

Assembly. The meet started at 8.3O am with the march pass

by all the houses. The guest of honour, Mr. Tee Kok Bin, the

first principal and a member of the Board of Governors of

our school, declared the meet open after the speech by our

principal, Mr. Kok Tuck Khow.

A spectacular performance by our school taekwando team

won the applause of all those present. It was then followed

by the aerobic competition by the Blue, Green and Red

house.

The highlight of our sports came into live with the

commencement of the 5Om, 1OOm and 2OOm sprints

events respectively. Two of the most interesting events were

the 5Om International Dash event taken part by the boys as

well as the teachers and staff who are local and also from

abroad.

The last event of the day was the Tug of War officiated by

Mr. Tee Kok Bin between the Blue and Green house.

Everyone at the venue cheered and supported their team.

At the end of the day, the overall champion went to the Red

house followed by Green house and Blue house. The meet

ended at 1.OO pm as scheduled after the closing and prize

giving ceremony. Food and drinks were served at the dining

hall to bring and already wonderful day to a memorable

conclusion.

Activities in School

11th

Annual Sports Day


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On the 20th

of April, Excellence Awards Day was held in

conjunction with PSTC 1 to celebrate and rewards

students who have done well in their studies and brought

honour to the school. Awards were given to categories as

listed below:

1. BEST BOARDING LEADERS 2010

2. HIGHLANDERS AWARDS:

3. EXCELLENCE IN SPORTS & GAMES 2010

4. BEST SOCIETY / CLUB 2010

5. HEAD BOY & GIRL 2010

6. BEST CIE AWARDS 2010

7. BEST STUDENT AWARDS 2010

8. BEST SUBJECT AWARDS 2010

i. IGCSE

i. SMS SALEHA

ii. HIBS

ii. SPM

9. SPECIAL AWARDS CLAiT INTERNATIONAL

DIPLOMA 2010

10. BEST STUDENT AWARDS 2010

i. PMR

ii. SPM

iii. IGCSE

11. OVERALL BEST STUDENT SPM 2010

The school extends our heartiest congratulations to the

students who have excelled in their school lives. We wish

them all the best in their future undertakings and we hope

other students will look to these students as their role

models.


OVERALL BEST STUDENT SPM 2010:

CHUNG RU PINK (8A+ 2A)

Teacher’s Day was held on the 14th

of May to show

appreciation for the educators’ hard work. Teachers took an

oath according to the Ministry of Education, and sang the

Teachers’ Song. There were performances by the students as

well as fellow teachers.

Teacher’s Day

The school’s Annual Camp is back! Held from 20th

of April

to 2nd

of May, students get to experience camping outdoors

and surviving in the wild.

Or in this case, beside the beautiful sea in Pangkor!

Getting ready to depart from school.

Setting up their own camps.

Annual Camp



Entrepreneurs Day was held on the 18th

of June. It

provided a platform for the students to get some hands-

on experience on doing business.

It was also the school’s Open Day for visitors to get to

know the school better.

Students learnt practical business skills and some floors

made quite a profit. Overall it was a great experience for

everyone as they had fun buying, selling, and playing.

Entrepreneurs Day

& Open Day

Announcing the

Arrival of New Teachers

MEOR MUHAMMAD AMIN

Teacher

BA (Hons) Pangajian Melayu

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

MOHD ISMADI B. ISMAIL

Teacher

Diploma in Education

Maktab Perguruan

Temenggong Ibrahim

NOR JASFINA BT. ISMAIL

Teacher

Bachelor of Malay Studies

University of Malaya


ABILASH M.

Teacher (Indian)

BSc Physics, Calicut University

B.Ed in Physical Science M.G. University

M.Sc Physics, Annamalai University

PRAMITHA SANTHOSH

Teacher (Indian)

BSc Physics, Calicut University

B.Ed, Calicut University

Announcing the Arrival of

New Teachers & Staff

SAM PHILIPS

Teacher (Indian)

B.Ed, Brakathulla

University

M.A. Economics,

Brakathulla University

MANOJKUMAR

Teacher (Indian)

B.Ed, Computer, Tally –

Uttar Pradesh University

M. Com. Calicut

University

NG KIM YEE

School Counsellor

B.Ed. (Hons) Counselling

University of Malaya

VIJESH

NARUVAMKUNNATH

Teacher (Indian)

B.Ed. English,

Calicut University

M.A. English,

M.K. University

ANISH MATHEW

Teacher (Indian)

B.Ed. Physical Science,

Mahatma Gandhi University

M.Sc. Chemistry,

Kerala University


Correction for The Highlander Review Vol. 1: Mr. Anjum Shabbir (Pakistani)

CMA (Stage 4) – ICMAP, Pakistan BBA (Hons) in Marketing & Finance – Preston University

BA (Applied in Psychology & Political Science ) – University of Punjab

MBA (Finance) – University of East

M.S (Economics) – Preston University

SM (S) Saleha, Genting Highlands

Highlands International Boarding School

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Contact Information

SM (S) Saleha, Genting Highlands

Highlands International Boarding School

10km, Genting Highlands,

69000 Pahang, Malaysia.

Tel: + (03) 6100 1688

Fax: + (03) 6100 3688

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.smsaleha.edu.my

Petaling Jaya Office:

No. 15, Jalan Changgai 6/22,

46000 Petaling Jaya,

Selangor, Malaysia.

Tel: + (03) 7956 9311

Fax: + (03) 7956 9355

The Board of Governors

Chairperson: Tan Sri Lim Leong Seng

Members:

Mr. Tee Kok Bin

Mr. K. Haridas

Mr. Umar bin Man

School Management

Principal: Mr. Kok Tuck Khow

Director of Studies: Mr Siow Kin Foo

Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Happy Holidays

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